College Terrace, Palo Alto, CA

College Terrace — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for College Terrace, Palo Alto, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in College Terrace, Palo Alto (2026)

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College Terrace Neighborhood Overview

College Terrace is a neighborhood in Palo Alto, California, anchored by its proximity to Stanford University. The area is defined by a high concentration of renter-occupied housing, with a homeownership rate of 26.6% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of 73.4%. This dynamic reflects the neighborhood's strong appeal to students, academics, and professionals associated with the university and the broader tech economy of Silicon Valley.

The housing market in College Terrace is firmly in the prime tier, characterized by a very high median home value of $2,000,001. The average home size is a relatively modest 875 square feet, indicating a market of smaller, high-value properties. Recent mortgage originations were exclusively conventional loans, with 22 total in the data period, and no recorded VA or FHA loan activity. For renters, the median gross rent is $1,831 per month. The median household income is reported at $72,500, which presents a notable contrast to the extreme home values, underscoring the divide between the area's renters and homeowners.

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College Terrace Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$2.0M
Median Gross Rent$2K/mo
Median Household Income$73K
Homeownership Rate26.6%
Renter-Occupied73.4%
Rental Vacancy Rate7.4%
Market TypeBuyer's
Market TierPrime
Primary ZIP Code94305
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations22
VA Loan Originations0
VA Loan Share0.0%
Conventional Loan Originations22
FHA Loan Originations0

Top Real Estate Agents in College Terrace, Palo Alto

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by California Department of Real Estate (DRE), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

5 agents met the full merit gate for College Terrace, Palo Alto, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.

Akane Sato Listed

Contact

Phone: (650) 687-7388

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.sophietsang.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/sophietsang

Why selected: Selected for her transaction volume, and nearly two decades of consistent President's Club recognition. Her CRS and CSA credentials further demonstrate specialized expertise.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at Silicon Valley Association of Realtors[6]

Committee Member at Local Chamber of Commerce[6]

Mentor at Compass or Local Real Estate Association[6]

Volunteer/Supporter at Local Senior Services or Housing Non-Profit[6]

Notable Achievements

WSJ Real Trends America's Best Honoree

Top 1% Silicon Valley Realtor by Volume

84 Five-Star Reviews

Top 1% Silicon Valley Agents by Volume

President's Club Award

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, Rentals, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Senior Communities, luxury homes, residential sales, buyer representation, seller representation, market analysis, negotiation, Civil Engineering background, Marketing expertise, Negotiation, Property marketing, Systematic approach, tech professionals, buyers, sellers, investment properties[4]

Cities Served

Palo Alto

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Ge-Yung Jen Listed

Contact

Phone: (510) 585-7009

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Jenny%20Yang%20homes

Why selected: Selected for her deep community involvement, including board positions and local charitable work. She combines this with a of trusted service and strong performance metrics in the Bay Area.

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, Property Management[4]

Cities Served

Palo Alto

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Gordon Max Ferguson Listed

Contact

Phone: (408) 206-3430

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.californiamoves.com/Gordon.Ferguson

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Gordon%20Ferguson

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots and leadership over 30+ years, she combines this local commitment with a proven record and specialized expertise in complex transactions like 1031 exchanges.

Verified Specialties

Foreclosure, Property Management, Investment Properties, Rentals[4]

Cities Served

Palo Alto

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Andrea Meinhardt Schultz Listed

Contact

Phone: (650) 575-3632

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.andreaschultzhomes.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Andrea%20M.%20Schultz

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots as a lifelong resident and her exceptional career, evidenced by a across hundreds of transactions.

Notable Achievements

28 Years Licensed Experience

5-Star Rating Achievement

Verified Specialties

referral-based business, residential sales, buyer representation, seller services[4]

Cities Served

Palo Alto

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Anna Slutsky Listed

Contact

Phone: (650) 703-8849

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://anyaslutsky.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Anya%20Slutsky

Why selected: Selected for her strong local community involvement and connections, combined with a. Her deep market expertise and negotiation skills ensure optimal client outcomes.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at Jewish Silicon Valley[6]

Notable Achievements

California Real Estate License

5-Star Client Rating

VP of Growth at JetSet Homes

Verified Specialties

Relocation, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Architecture, Construction, Negotiation, Bay Area Market Expertise, Buyer Representation, Seller Representation[4]

Cities Served

Palo Alto

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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